Definition, Meaning & Synonyms

wolf-howls

noun
/wʊlf haʊlz/
Definition
The vocal sound made by wolves, often used for communication within a pack.
Examples
  • The haunting wolf-howls echoed through the night.
  • Researchers studied how the pitch of wolf-howls can convey different emotions.
  • In the movie, the protagonist was lulled to sleep by the distant wolf-howls.
Meaning
Wolf-howls refer to the sounds that wolves make, primarily to communicate with each other, signal their location, or establish territory.
Synonyms
  • Wolf calls
  • Wolves’ cries
  • Canine howls